Quiz - Marine Reptiles

Which of the following is NOT true about reptiles?

• they cannot self regulate their body temperature
• they are limited to tropical and temperate regions
• they have gills for breathing underwater
• most have to come out of the water to lay their eggs

What factor influences whether a sea turtle hatchling will be male or female?

• The amount of sunlight the nest receives

• The temperature of the sand around the nest

• The depth of the nest

• The salinity of the surrounding water

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Why do olive ridley sea turtles, flatback sea turtles, and sea snakes primarily inhabit the Indian and Pacific oceans rather than the Atlantic ocean?

• The Atlantic ocean is not accessible from their current habitats

• The salinity levels in the Atlantic are unsuitable for them

• The colder waters near the southern tips of Africa and South America act as a barrier

• The Atlantic has a higher concentration of predators

• The Atlantic lacks sufficient prey for their diet

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What is the typical location where female sea turtles return to lay their eggs?

• in the ocean

• on the nearest beach to their feeding grounds

• on the beach where they hatched

• it varies by individual turtle

In which location can you find marine iguanas?

• California

• Galapagos Islands

• New Zealand

• Japan

Are reptiles warm blooded or cold blooded?

• warm blooded
• cold blooded

Which of the following sea turtle species is not commonly found in Florida waters?

• Kemp's Ridley

• Hawksbill

• Olive Ridley

• Flatback

What does it mean if a species is described as endemic to a region?

• It is commonly found in many regions

• It is unique to that specific region

• It has been introduced to that region

Most marine reptiles are

• Oviparous
• Viviparous

Which of the following is NOT a marine reptile?

• Green sea turtle
• Hammerhead shark
• Marine Iguana
• Saltwater crocodile